HOW TO START RUN-COMMUTING

WANT TO BOOST YOUR RUNNING, MOOD AND BANK BALANCE? LACE UP YOUR RUNNING SHOES AND RUN TO OR FROM WORK

WORDS: RACHAEL WOOLSTON

BEFORE YOU START RUN-COMMUTING, TRACK HOW MANY MILES YOU CURRENTLY RUN ON AVERAGE PER WEEK

Save time by mapping your routes before you start commuting

If the first thing that springs to mind when you consider using your commute to run is the obstacles, such as lack of showering facilities, the weather or even how hard it might be to find the office on foot, you wouldn’t be alone. But once you’ve tried it, it’s unlikely you’ll look back, as more and more people are now realising. In fact, according to Strava (strava.com), the number of people run-commuting in the UK increased by 43 per cent last year.

About Women’s Running

Ever thought about how your favourite hobby might impact the environment? Grab yourself the May issue of Women’s Running, to find out more about your carbon running footprint – and how you can reduce it. With advice on everything from the best ethical running kit, to making your own drinks and fuel, to starting run-commuting, you’ll find an abundance of ideas on how to become a more eco-conscious runner. And you won’t be short of inspiration. Read how cover star Lizzie Carr transformed from a high-flying city girl to a passionate environmentalist and adventurer, and how contributing editor Claire Chamberlain managed to beat her 10K PB, after transitioning to a vegan diet. As ever, you’ll find the usual training advice, including the lowdown on all things tapering, and regular Best in Test gear reviews – this month, WR testers have reviewed the latest minimal, neutral and support shoes, so grab yourself a copy to find out which shoes came out on top!